Announcement by Baby Fresh Designs

Our Boy is growing up so fast as you can see in the photo above. This is a proof for the announcement we have just ordered. (Just a side note, Baby Fresh Designs is an awesome place to go for any Christmas Card/Birth Announcement needs. Mae is a wonderful to work with, the prices are very competitive, and the product is awesome.) I assume because my reader base is so small that I likely have all your addresses. If you read this blog and think I may not have your address, shoot me a comment and I will follow up with you via email. Thanks for sharing in our joy as we watch in amazement, the glory of our Father through his beautiful creation.

By the way, for all you Orange County folk, we postponed our trip until the 22,23,24. We will see you all soon.

By His Grace...

Think Twice before READING!

Well, you should have checked the heading. Now after scanning the first two sentences of my post, you cant turn back! I was suckered into this virtual game as a result of my inability to say no to a challenge (Especially after my O.C.D friend completed the task just a short while ago!)

To my understanding, I am supposed to grab the closest piece of literature to me, go to page 123, locate the 5th sentence, and type the next 3 sentences to follow! All for your enjoyment. Well, aren't you guys lucky. Today, we will reading from the Angelus/Desert Block Co., company catalog that I am in the process of editing (Which by the way, does not have page #'s. So keeping in the true spirit of the game, I have now single-handedly counted all the way to page 123!!!!!!) Thanks Jennie/Brandy!

MEDIUMWEIGHT - is less than 125 to 105 lbs/cu. ft. "Structural" types and sizes are stocked most extensively in mediumweight. In addition to Precision and split-face gray, a scored split and standard color are normally available. (CMUBASICS - 3)

That is all as I am pretty swamped right now! I would like to tag any one who actually reads this blog (Including Jennie as there was no stipulation in the rules concerning tag-backs!) and while we are at it, Brandy you need some of this too!

As a side note, please pray for me as I go through "Foundations" withdrawls. I will no longer be an avid reader in order to avoid a tag-tag back as I have not stipulated against it in this post!!!!!!

By His Grace...

Heading down to the O.C

Our boy continues to be one of the greatest blessings in our life. God is so good to us even though we are undeserving people! We just wanted to let any readers know that we will be heading to Orange County Feb 8,9,10th to let the grandparents see their great grandkid! If you would like to see the boy, either call or comment and we will try and get by to see you! We love you all.

Quiet Time & Isaiah, of course!

I have been very inconsistent lately with how I treat others. I feel like I am Bi-Polar. Sometimes I am a joy to be around, other times people don't want to be in the same room with me. I notice that there is a strong correlation between the days that I am pleasant to be around and the days that I am diligent with my morning Bible study. Amazing huh?

I have also realized that doing my Bible study in the evening leads to an increase of knowledge & understanding, sometimes quickly forgotten by morning, but often doesn't produce the opportunity to live out what I am convicted of during my study. What I am getting at is this; when I read Philippians 2 in the morning about Christ's humility and how he humbled himself to the point of death on the cross, and how I am supposed to imitate that level of humility, I regard my morning commute as a trying time to refrain from getting angry at bad drivers. However, it is much easier than if I leave the house w/o doing any form of study. So yes, this is an appeal for all to do their quiet time in the morning, but more so, it is an apology to all that I have been a pain in the butt to over the last two years!

While I am posting, I just have to say that there is no greater joy, aside from the knowledge of Christ's saving blood and His love for us, than being a parent, especially to lil' Isaiah! As I watch my buddy interact with his son, I am reminded of how exciting a time it will be when we get to take our boys out to their first sporting event, or their first go-kart race! However, thanks to some great wisdom from those around us, I am truly enjoying the period our boy is in right now! That said, I will leave you with a picture (What kind of Dad doesn't brag about their children)!

By His Grace...

Isaiah Daniel Frenzel

Isaiah Daniel Frenzel entered this world on January 19th, 2008 at 11:57 a.m. He was 6lbs, 8oz. and 21 inches long. We were extremely blessed throughout the pregnancy. Now, we have both the joy and responsibility of watching him grow. It is inexplainable how consumed one can be with joy while observing the birth of their child! Strong and mighty at times becomes humbled and thankful for a gracious God who chooses to bless us beyond measure when we least deserve it. May all the praise, honor, and glory be to God now and forevermore! Please join with us in praising God for his goodness and His grace!

Landscape Project

Well, we had a busy time during the holidays completing a landscape project out front. We built an elevated planter with retaining wall block (GardenWall by Angelus Block Co.) to house three pots that will act as a water feature. We took out all of the old bark in our planter and placed fresh bark, planted 12 five-gallon plants and had our landscaper install underground electrical for flood lights on our pots and path lighting around the walkway and planter. We were thrilled with the finished product. Above is a picture. I will get more on here as soon as we get time to take some more pictures.

Awaiting the Lil' One

Well it seemed to finally hit me! Stacie and I spent the last couple of days registering at our hospital, picking out a pediatrician, returning some stuff to Babies "R" Us, and putting together strollers, car seats, & swings. The nursery is 95% finished and looks excellent. I will try to update with some pictures as soon as I get some. We would like to ask for all of your prayers during this time for the following things:

1) That we will be trusting solely in the Lord to preserve us and renew our strength during the labor.
2) That we will trust in the Lord's will to be done if problems arise.
3) That we will be diligent in practicing the relaxation techniques we have learned prior to the delivery.
4) That we will provide a home for our son that exemplifies the agape love that we receive from God!

We thank you all for the help thus far and will be calling you all once Isaiah is born. Only a few weeks left!

Soli deo gloria!